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Sherri B. Kennedy
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Seaman, Ohio 45679
Located in Seaman, Ohio, Sherri B. Kennedy is an experienced Certified Public Accountant with over 15 years of experience in providing financial guidance to individuals and businesses. Her expertise includes tax planning and consulting, as well as sales tax compliance, which supports the financial health and stability of her clients across various business structures, including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With a specialization in financial planning and individual tax services, Kennedy helps individuals and families navigate complex financial situations and achieve their long-term financial goals.
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Julie A. Shupert
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Seaman, Ohio 45679
Julie A. Shupert is a certified public accountant licensed to practice in the state of Ohio, serving individuals and families, as well as small and medium-sized businesses in Seaman and surrounding areas. With over 15 years of experience in public accounting, Julie provides general accounting and advisory services, including financial planning, tax compliance, and retirement account tax reporting. Her expertise extends to basic accounting services, helping clients navigate day-to-day financial operations and providing peace of mind through expert guidance.
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Eric H. Toole
Certified Public Accountant
Verified Licensed
Location Seaman, Ohio 45679
Based in Seaman, Ohio, Eric H. Toole has been a licensed CPA for over a decade, providing accounting expertise to individuals and families, as well as various business structures including S-Corps, partnerships, and LLCs. With a focus on small business accounting, Toole offers tax planning and consulting services to help clients navigate the complexities of their financial situations. His specialized knowledge in basic accounting services and individual tax services has proven invaluable to those seeking accurate financial statement compilations and timely tax returns.

Ohio's substantial CPA market serves a diverse economy transitioning from traditional manufacturing to healthcare, technology, and services. The Accountancy Board of Ohio requires 150 semester hours for licensure. CPAs must complete 120 hours of continuing professional education every three years, including 2.5 hours of ethics and minimum technical requirements.

Key Tax Considerations: Ohio eliminated its corporate income tax in favor of the Commercial Activity Tax (CAT) based on gross receipts, creating unique compliance needs. Individual income tax has graduated rates up to 3.75%. CPAs commonly handle CAT compliance, municipal income taxes (most Ohio cities have their own income tax requiring separate filings), sales and use tax, and various business tax credits. The complex municipal tax structure creates opportunities for specialized local tax expertise. Cross-border issues with Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Kentucky are common.

Industry Specializations: Healthcare systems (Cleveland Clinic, major hospital networks), manufacturing (automotive, aerospace, steel), insurance and financial services, technology and software, logistics and distribution, higher education, agriculture, and professional services are key practice areas. CPAs often specialize in healthcare reimbursement and compliance, manufacturing cost accounting, or navigating Ohio's unique CAT and municipal tax landscape.

For CPA Professionals: The Ohio Society of CPAs serves practitioners across a populous state. Major markets include Columbus (state capital, diverse economy), Cleveland (healthcare, manufacturing), Cincinnati (consumer products, financial services), and numerous secondary markets like Toledo, Akron, and Dayton. The state offers affordable cost of living, central U.S. location, and diverse practice opportunities from urban corporate work to rural manufacturing. Ohio's continued economic transformation creates needs for advisory services helping businesses adapt to changing markets and technologies.